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I grew up in a neighbourhood where there was a lot of fighting. It's what boys did during school, during recess, after school. And I was a fairly large kid. So everyone wanted to see if they could take me on.
Mark Kurlansky
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I grew up in a neighbourhood where there was a lot of fighting. It's what boys did during school, during recess, after school. And I was a fairly large kid. So everyone wanted to see if they could take me on. — Mark Kurlansky

About Mark Kurlansky

Mark Kurlansky was a Journalist from United States (1948–present).

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This quote is attributed to Mark Kurlansky, a Journalist from United States.
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Mark Kurlansky lived from 1948 – present.